Summer camp for disabled youth
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Strive Learning Centre for Children is is a federally incorporated registered charity # 81290 9257 RR0001 that provides overnight summer camps for children and youth with physical disabilities, where they are supported to enjoy all the fun that a full camp experience has to offer alongside their able bodied peers. While being active and having fun, they are also learning to value and interact with one another, while also receiving therapy tailored to their needs. The program is open to children and young adults with physical disabilities ages 12 years and up.
Campers experience, modified activities and enriching summer experiences and the opportunity to be away from home. For many of our campers, it was the first time they experienced these meaningful age appropriate experiences without their parents. Through all the day’s activities from getting out of bed, getting ready for the day, choosing their own food in the cafeteria, and navigating their way around the camp, each child received the individual support needed to attain their maximum level of independence.
The program is based at beautiful YMCA Geneva Park in Orillia, ON.
The first camp runs for 4 weeks beginning July 1st through 28th. The second camp runs for 3 weeks from July 29th through August 18th.
CAMPERS ENJOY THE FOLLOWING:
• A wide variety of daily recreational opportunities in conjunction with the YMCA’s programming, such as canoeing, kayaking, swimming, bicycling, camp outs in a tent, sing songs and marshmallow roasting around the campfire;
• Social experience and developing friendship with peers who have disabilities similar to theirs;
• Supportive, inclusive, socialization with able bodied campers;
• The age appropriate independence of being away from their parents;
• Expressing themselves through Music, Drama and Dance;
• Playing on the fully equipped playground;
• Educational Nature Walks and Outdoor Adventures;
• Exciting day trips to Movie, Bowling, etc.;
• Exploring creativity through Arts & Crafts;
• Participating on Talent night;
• Daily intensive therapy
TESTIMONIALS
“…This summer we were with Tunde and again we were blown away by Masons gains…. Mason grew in his social skills with his peers and felt confident when speaking up in a group. Mason also became more independent with activities of daily living…. This is a rare program that offers my son therapy in a fun setting with friends and makes enormous steps to independence. Isn't our goal for every child to be independent and happy!..."
Rebecca Tallman
“…. This course is so important for the children not just for the physical training but also the camaraderie among the children. They literally cheer each other on. You should see how they light up with pride when they know they have achieved the next step….
Jan Kristan Henke
“I just wanted to let you know how happy we have been with Haley's progress. She made tremendous progress this summer at camp and we have been very pleased with the Strive Centre. She has made great strides in her independent living skills. Haley is now almost completely independent in the morning and evenings. She can dress herself, brush her teeth and take care of all her toileting needs. She is able to take many steps independently without the assistance of her canes. She couldn't have done it without you and the Strive Centre. Your dedication and commitment to our kids in helping them achieve independence is amazing. Keep up the great work!”
Debbie Lopes
“…Strive Learning Center has given not only Victoria more independence but it has given us parents more freedom. I have notice such a difference in Victoria’s tone compared to before she attended camp. She has gained so much more confidents and independence in her daily life…. Victoria also wanted me to let you know that she had a great time with you this summer; she said that “Conductive Education this year was the best! We are all counting down the days for next summer’s session.”
Debbie D. Cabral
“...We will continue to go every summer until they won’t let us go because it has become a part of our lives, the bonds that these kids make with each other is unspeakable. They learn, and understand, and celebrate with each other’s accomplishments. They feel no differences when they are with their peers experiencing the same things as each other…” Nicole Parascand
HISTORY
Strive Learning Centre for Children Strive has held 27 camps, 7 of which were 4 week comprehensive Conductive Education therapy / recreation camps where children could enjoy the full camp experience as well as receive high quality therapy. Since its inception in 2010, Strive Learning Centre has been providing essential services and support to children and their families, and adults with neuro-motor disabilities including cerebral palsy, spina bifida, acquired brain injury, Muscular Sclerosis and stroke.
Mission
Strive Learning Centre for Children is committed to facilitating children, youth and families living with neurologically based movement disorders, realize their maximum potential through the delivery of Conductive Education in an inclusive and fun camp experience.
HOW YOU CAN HELP
Please give generously to support kids to attend Strive Learning Centre's Summer Camp program. It cost $6,500 per child and it is so important to our families and campers who look foward to this every year.
Every child should have the opportunity to have summer fun like their peers.
Help Strive reduce the cost for parents who already have extraordinary expenses and desire to give their children an amazing camp experience.
Reward
For all monetary gifts over $20, you will receive a tax receipt & thank you letter.
$100 - we send you a thank you card
$200 - we send you a letter from participient
$500 - shout-outs on our facebook page
$1000 - you will be acknowledged on our website with your permission
Campers experience, modified activities and enriching summer experiences and the opportunity to be away from home. For many of our campers, it was the first time they experienced these meaningful age appropriate experiences without their parents. Through all the day’s activities from getting out of bed, getting ready for the day, choosing their own food in the cafeteria, and navigating their way around the camp, each child received the individual support needed to attain their maximum level of independence.
The program is based at beautiful YMCA Geneva Park in Orillia, ON.
The first camp runs for 4 weeks beginning July 1st through 28th. The second camp runs for 3 weeks from July 29th through August 18th.
CAMPERS ENJOY THE FOLLOWING:
• A wide variety of daily recreational opportunities in conjunction with the YMCA’s programming, such as canoeing, kayaking, swimming, bicycling, camp outs in a tent, sing songs and marshmallow roasting around the campfire;
• Social experience and developing friendship with peers who have disabilities similar to theirs;
• Supportive, inclusive, socialization with able bodied campers;
• The age appropriate independence of being away from their parents;
• Expressing themselves through Music, Drama and Dance;
• Playing on the fully equipped playground;
• Educational Nature Walks and Outdoor Adventures;
• Exciting day trips to Movie, Bowling, etc.;
• Exploring creativity through Arts & Crafts;
• Participating on Talent night;
• Daily intensive therapy
TESTIMONIALS
“…This summer we were with Tunde and again we were blown away by Masons gains…. Mason grew in his social skills with his peers and felt confident when speaking up in a group. Mason also became more independent with activities of daily living…. This is a rare program that offers my son therapy in a fun setting with friends and makes enormous steps to independence. Isn't our goal for every child to be independent and happy!..."
Rebecca Tallman
“…. This course is so important for the children not just for the physical training but also the camaraderie among the children. They literally cheer each other on. You should see how they light up with pride when they know they have achieved the next step….
Jan Kristan Henke
“I just wanted to let you know how happy we have been with Haley's progress. She made tremendous progress this summer at camp and we have been very pleased with the Strive Centre. She has made great strides in her independent living skills. Haley is now almost completely independent in the morning and evenings. She can dress herself, brush her teeth and take care of all her toileting needs. She is able to take many steps independently without the assistance of her canes. She couldn't have done it without you and the Strive Centre. Your dedication and commitment to our kids in helping them achieve independence is amazing. Keep up the great work!”
Debbie Lopes
“…Strive Learning Center has given not only Victoria more independence but it has given us parents more freedom. I have notice such a difference in Victoria’s tone compared to before she attended camp. She has gained so much more confidents and independence in her daily life…. Victoria also wanted me to let you know that she had a great time with you this summer; she said that “Conductive Education this year was the best! We are all counting down the days for next summer’s session.”
Debbie D. Cabral
“...We will continue to go every summer until they won’t let us go because it has become a part of our lives, the bonds that these kids make with each other is unspeakable. They learn, and understand, and celebrate with each other’s accomplishments. They feel no differences when they are with their peers experiencing the same things as each other…” Nicole Parascand
HISTORY
Strive Learning Centre for Children Strive has held 27 camps, 7 of which were 4 week comprehensive Conductive Education therapy / recreation camps where children could enjoy the full camp experience as well as receive high quality therapy. Since its inception in 2010, Strive Learning Centre has been providing essential services and support to children and their families, and adults with neuro-motor disabilities including cerebral palsy, spina bifida, acquired brain injury, Muscular Sclerosis and stroke.
Mission
Strive Learning Centre for Children is committed to facilitating children, youth and families living with neurologically based movement disorders, realize their maximum potential through the delivery of Conductive Education in an inclusive and fun camp experience.
HOW YOU CAN HELP
Please give generously to support kids to attend Strive Learning Centre's Summer Camp program. It cost $6,500 per child and it is so important to our families and campers who look foward to this every year.
Every child should have the opportunity to have summer fun like their peers.
Help Strive reduce the cost for parents who already have extraordinary expenses and desire to give their children an amazing camp experience.
Reward
For all monetary gifts over $20, you will receive a tax receipt & thank you letter.
$100 - we send you a thank you card
$200 - we send you a letter from participient
$500 - shout-outs on our facebook page
$1000 - you will be acknowledged on our website with your permission
Organizer
Tunde Oroveczne Janka
Organizer
North York, ON